1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,706 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (510 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 58 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5900 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 1996 Lamborghini Diablo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lamborghini |
Model | Camaro | Diablo |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 5706 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |